--- title: "Rafter Length Calculator | Roof Framing Calculator | XTRAW Tools" description: "Calculate common rafter length from run and pitch. Use this free browser-based calculator from XTRAW Tools for roof pitch, slope multiplier, rafter length, and roof framing estimates." url: "https://xtraw.com/calculators/rafter-length-calculator" date: "2026-05-20T22:49:14+00:00" language: "en-GB" --- [Z Score Calculator](https://xtraw.com/calculators/z-score-calculator)[A/B Test Calculator](https://xtraw.com/calculators/ab-test-calculator) [![Rafter Length Calculator from XTRAW Tools](https://xtraw.com/images/virtuemart/product/xtraw-rafter-length-calculator-360x360.jpg)](https://xtraw.com/images/virtuemart/product/xtraw-rafter-length-calculator-360x360.jpg "Rafter Length Calculator from XTRAW Tools") new [Back to: Calculators](https://xtraw.com/calculators "Calculators") # Rafter Length Calculator Calculate common rafter length from run and pitch. Use this free browser-based rafter length calculator from XTRAW Tools. **Rafter Length Calculator** helps you calculate common rafter length from run and pitch. Use this free browser-based calculator from XTRAW Tools to compare inputs, estimate results, and plan your next step. ## How to Use the Rafter Length Calculator 1. Enter the required calculator inputs shown in the form. 2. Review the area, coverage, spacing, pitch, slope, thickness, roll, panel, lumber, joist, post, concrete, or waste assumptions. 3. Run the calculator, then adjust one input at a time to compare scenarios or check your estimate. ## What This Calculator Helps With Calculate common rafter length from run and pitch. It is designed for contractors, homeowners, builders, remodelers, roofers, framers, deck builders, fence installers, DIY users, and construction planners who want a fast browser-based estimate before relying on supplier charts, contractor estimates, engineering plans, or professional sources. - Horizontal Run: 12 ft - Rise per 12 in Run: 6 in - Eave Overhang: 1.5 ft - Extra / Bird's Mouth: 5% ## Common Uses People use this calculator when they need a quick way to estimate roof pitch, roof angle, slope multiplier, rafter length, overhang, and framing assumptions. - **Material Estimating:** Estimate material quantities, waste factors, rolls, panels, bags, board-feet, sheets, posts, concrete, rafters, or linear feet before ordering supplies. - **Measurement:** Use dimensions, surface area, spacing, thickness, slope, pitch, coverage, openings, and project measurements to calculate a practical result. - **Budgeting:** Support rough cost planning by estimating quantities before comparing supplier prices or contractor quotes. - **Project Planning:** Plan job scope, materials, order quantities, construction assumptions, and home-improvement work before starting a project. ## Formula or Method Rafter = run × √(rise²+12²)/12; add overhang × same multiplier ## Example **Example inputs:** Horizontal Run: 12 ft; Rise per 12 in Run: 6 in; Eave Overhang: 1.5 ft; Extra / Bird's Mouth: 5% **Example result:** Using the default inputs, rafter length including overhang and extra allowance is about 15.85 ft. ## Related Tools - [Roofing Calculator](https://xtraw.com/tools/roofing-calculator) - [Roof Pitch Calculator](https://xtraw.com/tools/roof-pitch-calculator) - [Siding Calculator](https://xtraw.com/tools/siding-calculator) - [Lumber Calculator](https://xtraw.com/tools/lumber-calculator) - [Board Foot Calculator](https://xtraw.com/tools/board-foot-calculator) ## Rafter Length Calculator FAQ ### Is the Rafter Length Calculator free? Yes. This calculator is free to use on XTRAW Tools. ### Do I need to create an account? No. XTRAW tools are designed for browser-based use without requiring an account. ### Are the results exact? Results may be estimates depending on the inputs, formula, rounding, project assumptions, waste factor, coverage rate, material density, supplier specifications, and purpose of the calculator. Always verify important results before relying on them. **Disclaimer:** This calculator is provided for general informational, educational, and convenience purposes only. It is not construction, engineering, safety, building-code, structural, roofing, framing, contractor, supplier, legal, financial, or professional advice. 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